Why do some people get freezing at the Dentist? I just focus on a spot on the wall and don't feel anything!

Question

I prefer no freezing or gas, because then I know what the dentist is doing to me. And it doesn't hurt when I look at a spot and think only of it. Some call it self-hypnosis, but it works whatever you call it.

Answer 1

Congratulations, but not everyone has that ability. I had kids without an epidural too, but I don't suggest that for everyone. In the end, it's more important to get the dental treatment than to avoid it because you can't be a tough guy. It's the result that's important, not how you get there. I don't get gas, but I do appreciate the numbing gel all the same. But I won't fault those who want the gas.

Answer 2

Good for you. Self-hypnosis, is exactly what it is called. I have had, self-hypnosis, is possible is you know how to do it correctly. Sounds, like you do.

Some of us, go to the Dentist, I do believe expecting to be in pain, we are probably already in pain, if we are there in the first place, so we apt for the freezing, or in my case, the needle in the gums.